2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Ducato | Fronte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2160 mm |